November Holidays and Observances to Celebrate Year After Year (original) (raw)

November is all about gratitude and reflection, with Thanksgiving taking center stage. But did you know there are plenty of other fun and unique November holidays to celebrate throughout the month?

For instance, November is home to National Cinnamon Day, Hug a Bear Day (how sweet!) and even World Pianist Day. And coffee lovers, rejoice—National Cappuccino Day is another November highlight! These are just a few of the quirky, joyful celebrations you can add to your calendar for November.

So, keep reading to discover more! We’re diving into all the daily, weekly and monthly November holidays you won’t want to miss this year and beyond!

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Thanksgiving on Nov. 28 is the centerpiece of November, a cherished time for sharing gratitude, heartwarming quotes and gathering with family. Yet, it’s also a day of reflection—a National Day of Mourning to honor the loss of land, culture and lives due to colonization, a reminder of the history that often goes unspoken.

Nov. 5, 2024 brings another significant moment: Election Day. Though not a holiday, it’s an important civic duty, especially in this year’s presidential race. So, make sure you make time to vote.

And, of course, we can’t forget to honor our military veterans on Veterans Day (Nov. 11) and Black Friday on Nov. 29—the unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season!

What are the religious holidays in November?

November is rich with religious celebrations! It all begins on Nov. 1 with the Catholic holiday All Saints’ Day, a time to honor the holy men and women who have been canonized as saints in the Church.

Right alongside it, we have the vibrant five-day Hindu festival of Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights. In 2024, Diwali kicks off on Oct. 31 and continues through Nov. 4. During this time, celebrants fill their homes and hearts with the glow of lamps, fireworks and joyous celebrations. It’s a month full of reflection, gratitude and light!

Daily November holidays and observances in 2024

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Weekly November holidays

Monthly November observances

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